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Roadblocks abound en route to decarbonisation of Australia’s freight industry

Transport engineering expert, Dr Elnaz Irannezhad from UNSW’s School of Civil and Environmental Engineering. The freight industry is under growing pressure as it struggles to align with Australia’s sustainability targets. Photo: NSW Government. FREIGHT is critical to Australia’s economy but a University of NSW (UON) expert is warning the industry is falling behind on the […]

Community

Local clubs fundraising to help dairy farmers’ flood recovery

A GRASSROOTS fundraising campaign to support local dairy farmers devastated by recent floods, was launched on Monday 30 June by Member for Port Macquarie Robert Dwyer. “The recent severe flooding has had a devastating impact on our local communities, including the dairy farmers in the Manning and Hastings region,” he said. “These hardworking families are […]

Community

Local encouraged to tune-up as Australian Idol recruits in Port Macquarie for the first time

CHECK the mics and tune up the vocal chords – Australian Idol wants to hear from you Port Macquarie. The much-loved reality singing TV show has been uncovering some of the country’s most formidable musical geniuses since 2003 and, for the first time ever, Channel 7 wants to hear the incredible talent this region has […]

Community

Samaritan’s Purse clocks up 9000 hours of hands-on help for flood-hit Mid North Coast communities

Ray Vasukinausori, Tarai Kubukawa and Semi Kubunavanua rolled up their sleeves to help rebuild lives and communities. Photo: supplied. Ray Vasukinausori and Tarai Kubukawa install new windows as they rebuild homes one frame at a time. Photo: supplied. SAMARITAN’S Purse officially wrapped-up more than 9000 hours of hands-on flood disaster response, on […]

Community

Mid North Coast finalists named in Emergency Services Awards

Deputy Local Commander Garry Whitaker, Port Macquarie. Photos: supplied. Acting Deputy Operations Manager Natalie Boyd, Taree. Volunteer Lifesaver Georgia Gaddes, South West Rocks. Volunteer Lifesaver Taylah Moffitt, Crescent Head. Deputy Director Member Services Nicole Crowe, Camden Haven. FIVE Mid North Coast rescuers have been named as finalists in the 2025 NSW Rotary Emergency Services Community […]

Community, School

Žaža Semchyshyn sings her way to success at Elevate Eisteddfod in Sydney

ŽAŽA Semchyshyn, 15, recently competed at the Elevate Eisteddfod in Sydney, winning the Most Outstanding Performance in her age category (15-18yrs). It was for her contemporary vocal performance of Sarah Bareilles’ song, “She Used to Be Mine” from the musical “Waitress”. The eisteddfod focuses on self improvement and growth, offering workshops and industry support to […]

Local News

Port Macquarie resident’s distress at noise from shooting complex on Lady Nelson Drive

FROM the minute she wakes up, Port Macquarie local Gillian Spence is anxious – with the sounds of gunfire ringing close by. She jumps at every bang, the noise increases her heart rate, and she is constantly reminded of the atrocities going on in the world right now. But instead of being in the Middle […]

Government

Mayor joins MPs in urging State Government to prioritise Oxley Highway upgrade

NEWS_Mayor urges oxley highway plans_SH_PY1 NEWS_Mayor urges oxley highway plans_SH_PY2 NEWS_Mayor urges Oxley Highway_SH_PY3 PORT Macquarie-Hastings Mayor Adam Roberts has joined the renewed push for a priority upgrade of the Oxley Highway road corridor. It follows the disappointment of local MPs Michael Kemp, Rob Dwyer and Pat Conaghan, at the lack of funding in last […]

Community, Government

‘We won’t be forgotten’: Kempsey rally calls out flood recovery delays

FLOOD-AFFECTED communities of the Mid North Coast came together to rally for Category D disaster funding at Kempsey Racecourse on Sunday 29 June. Residents, farmers and business owners united in a call for urgent recovery support, including increased flood relief payments for primary producers from $25,000 to the maximum $75,000. A free community BBQ, provided […]

Regional

Jubilee Boat at MacKillop College a symbol of pilgrimage, unity and new beginnings

Students welcome the Jubilee Boat to MacKillop College. Photo: Pauline Cain. The Jubilee Boat in the Chapel at MacKillop College. Photo: Pauline Cain. THE Jubilee Boat arrived at MacKillop College this week and News Of The Area was invited to join students for a service to celebrate the occasion. The boat is a symbol of […]